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VO03 AWA

2003 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,736 mi
Last recorded22,736 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GS50017,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 AWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 22,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 21,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

crack in front crankcase at engine mount

Pass 16 Sep 2015 21,198 miles

crack in front of crankcases at engine mount

Pass 17 Sep 2014 19,948 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 19,948 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2012 19,888 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,808 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 19,795 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 19,439 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 9,777 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 9,777 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 8,644 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 8,403 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2006 7,890 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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VO03 AWA is a 2003 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,697 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VO03 AWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VO03 AWA registered?

VO03 AWA is a 2003 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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